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A review by nerdyforbooks_
Lady of Istok by Isabelle Olmo
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
As I read through all the other strong, glowing reviews it reminds me that everyone’s tastes are different. This was not a mind blowing book for more nor as strong or stronger than the first one. Yes, I went into it skeptical because Hira is not an enjoyable character, but had issues with other aspects of this story.
The timeline. Hira ran away when she was 18, it was admitted a few times throughout the book she spent 2yrs with Almira. However, this doesn’t quite add up with the timeline of the books. Or at least it didn’t seem to make sense as the timeline was never really clear, but book one seemed to happen in a matter of months. IDK - I was extremely lost as it felt like Almira was either pregnant for longer than she should have been or events in book 1 took longer than what was explained.
A few of the big plot points were pretty obvious from the moment they were hinted at, making the “big reveal” a bit boring. That’s not to say I guessed all the twists - but a lot were loudly choreographed they were coming. The final “twist” at the end really made me reconsider continuing this series (especially with some changes to Alton & Almira’s relationship).
IDK. This might be where I tap out on the series. I wouldn’t say these books are bad - not at all. I just have some issues that took away from the overall enjoyment for myself. That final twist though - that really killed a lot of love I had.Baby getting kidnapped - not for me. Pass. No. I’m sure they’ll rescue her, but it’s not a twist/trope/whatever I like unless it’s quickly resolved in the same book. Which this obviously is not.
The timeline. Hira ran away when she was 18, it was admitted a few times throughout the book she spent 2yrs with Almira. However, this doesn’t quite add up with the timeline of the books. Or at least it didn’t seem to make sense as the timeline was never really clear, but book one seemed to happen in a matter of months. IDK - I was extremely lost as it felt like Almira was either pregnant for longer than she should have been or events in book 1 took longer than what was explained.
A few of the big plot points were pretty obvious from the moment they were hinted at, making the “big reveal” a bit boring. That’s not to say I guessed all the twists - but a lot were loudly choreographed they were coming. The final “twist” at the end really made me reconsider continuing this series (especially with some changes to Alton & Almira’s relationship).
IDK. This might be where I tap out on the series. I wouldn’t say these books are bad - not at all. I just have some issues that took away from the overall enjoyment for myself. That final twist though - that really killed a lot of love I had.